Information Officer II

California Department of Justice; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Flexible paid leave

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Pension retirement

Job stability

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

California Department of Justice in Sacramento is seeking an Information Officer II to lead public relations strategies and communications to educate the public about the Attorney General's Office. The role involves advising executive staff on PR implications of department activities and coordinating across media forums.

The position supports a telework-friendly, hybrid schedule with in-person requirements for meetings and trainings, and sits within the Directorate Division, Office of

Responsibilities

• Conduct public relations strategies and communications to increase public information and education related to the Attorney General's Office.

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Under administrative direction of the Supervisor II in the Office of Communications, the Information Officer (IO) II has responsibility to conduct public relations strategies and communications to increase public information and education associated with the Attorney General's Office, through various media forums. The IO II will consult with and advise executive staff of the public relations implications related to the department's activities.

Under administrative direction of the Supervisor II in the Office of Communications, the Information Officer (IO) II has responsibility to conduct public relations strategies and communications to increase public information and education associated with the Attorney General's Office, through various media forums. The IO II will consult with and advise executive staff of the public relations implications related to the department's activities.

Working Conditions

This position has been designated as eligible for telework and is currently a remote-centered position. The position may however require in-person attendance when requested. The selected candidate would report to Department of Justice office in Sacramento when required to attend mandated in-person meetings, trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office for required events are the responsibility of the employee. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534279

Position #(s): 420-085-5595-006

Working Title: Information Officer II

Classification: INFORMATION OFFICER II

$7,498.00 - $9,317.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: Day

Work Week: Monday-Friday

Department Information

• This position is located in the Directorate Division, Office of Communications, Media and Strategic Section and may be filled in either Sacramento (JC-534279) or San Francisco (JC-534281). Please indicate your county of interest in the "Explanations" section of your State application.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov .

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit HumanResources Manual - CalHR

Benefits of working for the State of California:

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!